Skate NightThank you so much to our Skate Night Chair, Mrs. Richardson, for coordinating this fun annual event for STS families.

Talent ShowTry outs will begin soon for the second annual Talent Show. Stay tuned for more information.

Field Day ChairWe are looking for a Field Day Chair. This is a good opportunity for a working parent as much of the work does not need to be done at school. This is an opportunity to earn all 12 hours!​Duties include: coordination and communication of all information for parents, teachers, PE teachers, and office administration; determining class colors and getting information out; researching a special snack and making arrangements (e.g. Kona Ice); perhaps, making signs or other forms of information to help classes figure out where they are supposed to be and when; working with PE teachers to determine a schedule for the day.

AuctionRight now the PTO is quietly preparing for the annual school auction. Invitations are out, and RSVPs are rolling in. We have sponsors committed, and the menu is being finalized.

If you would like to RSVP or learn more details about the auction, click here.

New this year are "Sign Up Parties". These are donated parties that are hosted by someone like you, or you and a group of people. As the host, you pick the date, theme, location, and number of attendees. Your donation to the auction is the party. We will provide you with a tax-deductible receipt for your estimated expenses. This is a great opportunity to donate to the auction, even if you can't attend. For more information, click here.

PTO Meeting February 2, 2018The PTO had a meeting in Aftercare this part Friday. For updates on school assemblies, Car Raffle, and insider updates from Mr. McLaughlin, please click here.

Yes, it has been awhile since we've put out a newsletter, but the PTO was busy celebrating! We Celebrated Calm, we opened Santa's Workshop, then had lunches for both the students and the teachers! Whew, we are tired, but grateful.

In mid-November, Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm, presented his strategies for a calmer, gentler household. We hope those of you in attendance both enjoyed his entertaining presentation and walked away with a few new tricks up your sleeve.

At the beginning of December, the amazing Mrs. Pollock ran every student's favorite store: Santa's Workshop. We had a new vendor this year, and we hope everyone liked what they found in their stocking Christmas morning. We know the students love Santa's Workshop, but it couldn't happen without the help and support of our volunteers, like Mrs. Pollock, who was there from setup to cleanup, and those parents who came in to help our students shop - Thank You! We would also like to thank Mrs. Salinas for giving up her Music room for this fundraiser.

We would also like to thank all the parent volunteers who came in to make reindeer Rice Krispie treats as well as the parent volunteers who came in to help serve all the students pizza, drinks, and the reindeer treats.

As carpool was winding down for Christmas break, the PTO was busy at work setting up for a Christmas luncheon to show our teachers how much we love and appreciate them. A big thank you to Mrs. Sylvain for the beautiful centerpieces she created for the luncheon.

Skate NightFebruary 3 is family skate night, an annual PTO tradition. At it's usual location, Ashburn Ice House, the skate hour is from 6:10 to 7:10. However, we recommend you arrive around 5:30pm to ensure you have time to get your skates and be ready for the fun. Tickets are $5 a person; no more than $20 a family. This includes skate rental, water, chips, and time on the ice. If you have a bike helmet, it's a great way to protect a child's head on the slippery ice.

​​Box TopsIt’s contest time! Help your child’s class win an extra recess by sending Box Tops in a ziplock bag marked with their homeroom. We’ll be tallying through February 16. Thanks for clipping! We love earning free money for the school! You can also "send in" Box Tops by using the new app. For more information, click here.

AuctionAs the Christmas season winds down, the PTO gears up for its most social event, the annual Auction. On Saturday, March 3, 2018, pack your bags and grab your "Passport to Paradise" at the Washington Dulles Hilton. For more information, such as buying tickets online, downloading the BidPal app, and ways to get involved, please click here.

New to the auction this year are Signup Parties. These are parties or events on a set date, for a limited number of guests. Slots will be sold at the auction, for a fixed price. Parties or events can be a spa day; a paint party; a sporting event party at someone's house; or a class on how to make a craft or special dish. For more information, please see our BidPal site here. If you are interested in hosting a Signup Party, please contact the PTO at stspto16@gmail.com.

Halloween SnackThanks to Hospitality, the students enjoyed a Halloween snack, while enjoying some spooky cobwebs and ghostly decorations. Thank you to Mrs. Candice Driscoll and Mrs. Gina Pattison and to all the parents who helped prepare and serve the treat.

Race for EducationWe've had an unbelievable run this year for our Race goal. We have blown past our initial goal of $35k, as well as our second goal of $40k, and we are now only hundreds away from our ultimate reach goal of $50k. This has been a record setting, banner year for Race.

We can't thank Mrs. Jackie Alvarez, and her team of volunteers enough, for their hard work and dedication.

We hope the students enjoyed the four mascots who came to kickoff Race. Thank you to Kenny Rios, Michael Mueller, and Santiago Ralston for making that experience so awesome!

New Recess EquipmentThe PTO recently purchased new recess equipment for all students to enjoy. There are hula hoops, skip its, jump-ropes, basketballs, soccer balls, footballs, whiffle bats and balls, and footballs. Hopefully, the new colorful assortment will stay organized on the new cart.

Original WorksMrs. Kristin Lynch has sent STS's artwork off to be made into beautiful pieces, just in time for Christmas. The orders should be delivered the week of December 4. Mrs. Lynch plans to get them to the students shortly after that.

Santa's WorkshopSoon everyone's favorite mini store will be back and open for business. This year, the dates are December 5-7; it will take place in the Music Room; thanks Mrs. Salinas, for giving up such a great space. VIRTUS parents, look for volunteer opportunities to help your class with their Christmas shopping. Shortly after the Thanksgiving break, envelopes for money will be sent home with students. It is really helpful for volunteers when we know how many people students are buying for and what the spending range is for each.

BINGO NightLast Friday's BINGO night was a record setting event. It was the largest BINGO night we have had and we couldn't have done it without Mrs. Mary Jans. It was a bittersweet evening because this is her last year at STS. We can't THANK YOU enough for all you have done for STS, Mrs. Jans! As a result, we are in need of a BINGO Chair for next year. Please email us if you are interested in this position.

The PTO would also like to thank Father Schierer for being our BINGO Caller. We hope he had so much fun that he comes back next year.

Recess EquipmentThe PTO recently purchased new recess equipment for the students. We hope to have it in their hands in the coming week.

Auction CommitteeThe Auction Committee will be meeting this Friday, at 8am, in the aftercare room. If you want to get involved with the planning of the annual auction, please plan to attend. If you can not make the meeting but still want to be involved, please email us.

Original Works FundraiserDuring the week of October 23, your child will be bringing home a packet of information regarding one of Saint Timothy's yearly fundraisers-- Original Works. For those of you not familiar with this program, Original Works allows your child's artwork to be transformed into various items which will be created and provided to you just in time for the Christmas season. Our preschool director Mrs Julie Evans and our art teacher Mrs Jeannette Frey design lesson plans which best allow your child's work to be turned into unique and vibrant products. A small sample of some of the products that you can purchase are: calendars, note cards, magnets, stainless steel travel mugs, ceramic coffee mugs, Christmas ornaments, and even quilting blocks, just to name a few.

These items will be available for purchase through an order form that your child will bring home in late October. Your items will be created, mailed to Saint Tim's, and distributed to you all in time for the holidays. These are gifts that are unique and allow you to display your child's creativity in a fun and functional way-- and best yet, Original Works shares its profits with St. Tim's. You can have gifts for loved ones, St Tim's can earn some money, and your child will be thrilled to see their "masterpiece" on display!

HalloweenThe PTO will be providing a special treat at lunch on Tuesday, October 31st to celebrate Halloween. Students will receive a Jell-O treat cup and their choice of drink - milk, chocolate milk or water. (Oreos will be available for any student who cannot have Jell-O.) Students have the option of purchasing lunch that day or bringing lunch just like a normal day. However, the dessert and drink will be free for all K-8 students and all-day preschool students even if they do not choose to buy lunch that day. If you'd like to help the PTO Hospitality committee make the Jell-O cups on October 30th or help with the luncheon on October 31st, please sign up online at Track It Forward.

Race for EducationWe are off to a great start with our Race for Education fundraiser! Over 2500 mailers and 350 emails have been sent out to prospective sponsors. We have just started to receive our first donations, which totaled $15,190 as of October 19th. Please encourage family and friends to help support the Race! Also, save the dates and join us for the Race for Education. Preschool students will have their races on November 1st and 2nd. K-8 will be racing on November 3rd. A special thank you to Mrs. Jackie Alvarez for leading the Race for Education again this year and her many volunteers who helped send out all of the mailers!

Race for EducationOur 6th Annual Race for Education Will Be Here Soon!November 1st and 2nd - PreschoolNovember 3rd - Kindergarten through 8th gradeThank you to everyone who helped assemble packets for our Race for Education! We will be sending "sponsor mailers" to prospective donors throughout the United States.

We are hoping that school families will help with the mailing costs, either by contributing one book of stamps, or by giving a monetary donation to help with the mailing costs. As our way of saying "thank you," your name will be placed in a drawing for one of the following $25 Gift Cards: Panera, Chick-fil-A, Sweet Frog, and Starbucks! Stamp Donation Request Forms will be going home this week with your oldest child - please check their backpacks.

New This Year:If all of your potential donors should be contacted via email addresses, then please email a list of them to our PTO email atstspto16@gmail.com. This will allow us to easily send out the donor emails. You do NOT need to return the label sheet or green form!

Bingo Night!A great family night, filled with Pizza, Prizes, Ice Cream and PLENTY of fun! Join us on Friday, October 13th from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. for Bingo! LOTS of prizes will be on the menu!

You can send your RSVP with the this flyer or you can RSVP online using this link.

​We can not take any walk-ins this year, so please turn in yourRSVP by Wednesday, 10/11. THANK YOU!

Spirit WearThe PTO will be selling Spirit Wear Fridays, near the Tiger Closet. We will have everything in stock - great way to make sure everything fits!

Auction Gala KickoffFriday, September 29, the PTO had a Auction Gala kick off meeting. Thank you to those of you in attendance. For those of you interested, our next meeting is Friday, October 20.

We have immediate needs to help with the planning process to make this another fantastic night to support our students at STS! Please email here if interested in any of the positions listed below or just wanting to get involved.1. Class Craft Chair - FULL POINTS2. BIDPAL Lead - FULL POINTS and NON VIRTUS3. Solicitation Chair - FULL POINTS and NON VIRTUS

Thank you to Mrs. Kristine Hunt for keeping the Tiger Closet running smoothly during the summer months.

Thank you to Mrs. Candice Driscoll and Mrs. Gina Pattison for the lovely Wine & Cheese event held in August. It was a wonderful way to reconnect and ease back into the school year.

We would like to introduce our new chairs: Mrs. Kelly Escorpizo will take charge of our Box Tops program; and Mrs. Kristin Lynch is running the Original Works fundraiser. The rest of our chairs have kindly agreed to return for another year, and we can't thank them enough for giving up their time for our school.

The PTO has been hard at work to get new spirit wear and a few additions to the uniform. We have established a new relationship with a small, family owned business in Vienna. Eric & Sarah are parents to two Our Lady of Good Counsel students, while owning and operating The Dress Code. Together, TDC and the PTO have designed items such as T-shirts, sweatshirts, a quarter zip, and head gear. Principal McLaughlin has graciously agreed to allow all students to wear the quarter zip in place of the sweater. Almost all spirit wear can be personalized!

To order, please follow this link and for a limited time please use the code: 2017 St. Timothy SWAG 10% OFF to receive 10% off the purchase of a quarter zip.

Don't forget about Wine & Cheese on August 23.​Have you ordered school supplies? Spend more time here, and less time shopping for school supplies! Say “no” to fluorescent lighting and crowded school supply aisles by ordering your child’s supplies. Our school earns 5% back and the bundles can be customized! Plus FREE Shipping on orders over $35!